COMMUNITY FOUNDATION STRIKES DEAL FOR NEW OFFICE SPACE
The Community Foundation of Noble County has struck a deal to move to a permanent location back on the county’s west side. In a partnership with the City of Ligonier, the Community Foundation will eventually lease the historic City Hall building later this year.
In December, the Board of Directors made the decision to head back to Ligonier.
“We appreciate the generosity of The Dekko Foundation in allowing us to use their former offices in Kendallville,” said Community Foundation Board President Frank Tijerina.
The Community Foundation moved from its previous location south of Ligonier on U.S. 33 in September 2022. The large amount of acreage that accompanied that space, along with the potential costs of updating a large, aging home, led the Community Foundation Board of Directors to make the decision to temporarily move to Kendallville while seeking a permanent location. There is some interest in the property, and the Foundation expects to sell it soon. The community will benefit from the sale, as the profits will be put into the Community Foundation’s coffers, then reinvested back into the community.
Leatherman Construction has been hired to handle the renovations of the former City Hall and will add seven office spaces to accommodate future expansion of the Community Foundation. A staff of five currently runs the day-to-day operations, with many more people involved on the Foundation Board and several committees.
“We are pleased that the Foundation Board has decided to move into a building that holds great significance to Ligonier’s history,” said Ligonier Mayor Patty Fisel.
“The Community Foundation of Noble County has a strong support system,” said White. “We are so fortunate that Noble County understands and supports the decision to move our offices back to Ligonier. We are also looking forward to being part of the fabric of the community, in a historic building right in the heart of the city.”
White said she expects renovations to take most of the summer, so the Foundation staff will prepare for a move this fall…likely close to one year from the date they first left Ligonier.
About the Community Foundation of Noble County, Indiana, Inc.
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
As a group of invested community members, we identify local current and emerging issues and stimulate resources to address those needs, helping our region prepare for the future. We then leverage gifts and bequests from generous donors like you to drive positive change through grants in such areas as arts and culture, education, health and human services, civic affairs, and other charitable areas of interest.
Pictured (l to r)
Barb Hawn, Julie Bell, Doretta Wiegand, CFNC Board President Frank Tijerina, CFNC Executive Director Margarita White, Ken Schuman, Chris Fought, and Matt Kreager
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Community Foundation Strikes Deal For New Office Space
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisCOMMUNITY FOUNDATION STRIKES DEAL FOR NEW OFFICE SPACE
The Community Foundation of Noble County has struck a deal to move to a permanent location back on the county’s west side. In a partnership with the City of Ligonier, the Community Foundation will eventually lease the historic City Hall building later this year.
In December, the Board of Directors made the decision to head back to Ligonier.
“We appreciate the generosity of The Dekko Foundation in allowing us to use their former offices in Kendallville,” said Community Foundation Board President Frank Tijerina.
The Community Foundation moved from its previous location south of Ligonier on U.S. 33 in September 2022. The large amount of acreage that accompanied that space, along with the potential costs of updating a large, aging home, led the Community Foundation Board of Directors to make the decision to temporarily move to Kendallville while seeking a permanent location. There is some interest in the property, and the Foundation expects to sell it soon. The community will benefit from the sale, as the profits will be put into the Community Foundation’s coffers, then reinvested back into the community.
Leatherman Construction has been hired to handle the renovations of the former City Hall and will add seven office spaces to accommodate future expansion of the Community Foundation. A staff of five currently runs the day-to-day operations, with many more people involved on the Foundation Board and several committees.
“We are pleased that the Foundation Board has decided to move into a building that holds great significance to Ligonier’s history,” said Ligonier Mayor Patty Fisel.
“The Community Foundation of Noble County has a strong support system,” said White. “We are so fortunate that Noble County understands and supports the decision to move our offices back to Ligonier. We are also looking forward to being part of the fabric of the community, in a historic building right in the heart of the city.”
White said she expects renovations to take most of the summer, so the Foundation staff will prepare for a move this fall…likely close to one year from the date they first left Ligonier.
About the Community Foundation of Noble County, Indiana, Inc.
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
As a group of invested community members, we identify local current and emerging issues and stimulate resources to address those needs, helping our region prepare for the future. We then leverage gifts and bequests from generous donors like you to drive positive change through grants in such areas as arts and culture, education, health and human services, civic affairs, and other charitable areas of interest.
Pictured (l to r)
Barb Hawn, Julie Bell, Doretta Wiegand, CFNC Board President Frank Tijerina, CFNC Executive Director Margarita White, Ken Schuman, Chris Fought, and Matt Kreager
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Hiring an Administrative Assistant/College Student
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisAdministrative Assistant Intern/College Student
Job Description
2023 Administrative Assistant Job Description
2023 Administrative Assistant Intern Goals
Description of Position:
The Administrative Assistant Intern is a non-exempt position, that requires an average of 37.5 hours of work each week in office. The Intern reports to the Director of Communications and Scholarships, but also works closely with other staff members. Pays $13 – $15 per hour based on experience. Applicant must be entering into college or be a college student. This is an “in office” position.
The position will be an active team member from May to August and could possibly continue through the student’s college breaks.
Skills:
The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, pay attention to detail, be a team player.
Submit resume to Jennifer@CFNoble.org by April 14, 2023.
Located in Kendallville, Indiana.
We are hiring a Program Director
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisDescription of Position:
The Program Director is a salaried, full-time exempt position, that requires an average of 37.5 hours of work each week. The Program Director reports to the Executive Director, and oversees the grantmaking activities of the Foundation, Community Initiatives, G. Martin Kenney, Hagan Family Advised Fund, Lloyd Ness Family Fund, and PULSE. The Program Director processes all grants, and provides direction and support to the Foundation’s grantmaking program, according to policies, procedures, goals, and objectives established by the Board of Directors. The Program Director manages the online grant portal Foundant GLM and assists with CFNC’s scholarship program.
2023 Program Director – Updated 3-23-2023
Follow the link above for more information. Send resume and cover letter to Margarita@CFNoble.org
PULSE of Noble County Senior Citizen Prom
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisWrite A Will Workshop – Coming in September
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisThe date for the Write A Will Workshop is set for Thursday, September 14, 2023. Two different time sessions are scheduled. Attend a morning session in Kendallville or late afternoon in Ligonier. While the planning is still in progress, more details are coming. Registration is required by calling 260.894.3335 or email Jennifer@cfnoble.org.
The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022
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Welcome New Fund – Bob and Joyce Friesner Scholarship
/in News /by Jennifer NorrisThe Community Foundation of Noble County is honored to announce a new scholarship fund to benefit West Noble High School seniors. The Bob and Joyce Friesner Memorial Scholarship Fund was created by the children and grandchildren of Bob and Joyce.
The scholarship is for a West Noble High School senior attending a 4-year accredited college or university as a full-time student with a GPA range 3.00 to 3.80 with preference given to students entering teaching, medical, health science, nursing, school counseling, and/or social work. The award will be offered for the first time in May 2024. Applications will be online late November 2023 to mid-January 2024 at the community foundation’s website www.cfnoble.org.
Bob and Joyce Friesner served as mentors to many young people in Noble County and whose lives impacted hundreds of others. Both Bob and Joyce were teachers who inspired students and they were dedicated to their success.
Bob was born in Middlepoint and had five brothers, Ohio and graduated from Van Del High School. While in high school, Robert played both basketball and baseball. He attended Findlay College and received a teaching degree which led him to West Noble High School. Joyce was born in Maryland to a family of six but moved several times before landing in Van Wert, Ohio. She graduated from Van Wert High School and completed her Bachelor’s degree at Goshen College and received her Master’s degree from the University of St. Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Bob and Joyce were married in November 1958. Together, they raised three daughters: Sherry, Deb, and Kate. Joyce was able to balance motherhood with college to receive her teaching degrees. Their family grew to include son-in-laws and four grandchildren who they loved dearly. They loved spending time with their grandchildren and taught them candy-making, Uno, fishing, and how to read.
Both Bob and Joyce taught at West Noble Schools. Bob’s years in the classroom teaching U.S. History gave him much joy, and he did a great job keeping students’ attention. However, those less attentive students were brought back to his history world with a flying eraser. He was instrumental in establishing West Noble’s outstanding cross country program, “The Long Blue Line” which saw both individual and teams compete at the state level. He also coached wrestling, track, and taught Driver’s Ed. He then retired in 1999 after 39 years of teaching.
Joyce taught many grade levels including kindergarten, fourth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade. Joyce’s firm but gentle, manner touched the lives of hundreds of students over the years. In her words “They were all a joy to teach, and I learned much from the students.” Joyce continued to be a “learner” all her life. She taught for 31 years and retired in 1999. Both she and Bob continued to remain close to many faculty friends after their retirement.
Bob and Joyce loved their students as family. They encouraged their students and athletes to hold themselves to a high expectation. Together, Bob and Joyce left a lasting impact on hundreds of West Noble students, and encouraged all to imagine the best for themselves. This scholarship fund was created to further their legacy of mentorship and high expectation in both the classroom and on the sports field.
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Paul D. Souder Memorial Scholarship – offered by Huntington County Community Foundation
/in Uncategorized /by Jennifer NorrisScholarship announcement – Paul D. Souder Memorial Scholarship 2023
